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Is there a difference between using lusrmgr.msc and the user accounts applet in Control Panel?

Anonymous
2024-11-28T17:53:27+00:00

I like to run my account under standard user on my Windows 11 PC and then I keep a local account with admin functions. Is there a difference between lusrmgr.msc and the user account applet in control panel?

Also whenever I upgrade my Nvidia drivers from Geforce Experience it makes me run it from the admin account. Elevation from a standard account won't install it right.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-11-28T19:29:46+00:00

    Hi, I’m Vinay. Thanks for reaching out.

    I’m here to help you today.

    Yes, there is a difference .

    lusrmgr.msc offers more advanced control over user accounts and groups, available in Pro and higher editions.

    User Accounts applet in Control Panel is simpler and available in all editions, for basic account management.

    For NVIDIA driver installation, it requires admin privileges because it modifies system files, so it needs to be run from an admin account or elevated.

    Regards,

    Vinay

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